Melissa Tamez
Phlebotomy Specialist
San Antonio, Tx 78252
**************@*****.***
PROFESIONAL PROFILE
Experienced and dedicated Phlebotomist with comprehensive expertise in venipuncture techniques. Seeking for a position as a Phlebotomist with Care Lab utilizing knowledge and skills in lab work and testing procedures to provide the best possible results. Strives to cultivate a safe and comfortable environment for patients and provides consistently superior care with a personal touch.
SKILLS
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Confident and a rational ability to work independently
Organizational and interpersonal skills
Exceptional ability to work with a diversity of population
Intense lab skills
CPR Certified
Bilingual (English & Spanish)
MAJOR STRENGHS
Experienced in Venipuncture and Capillary puncture techniques
Familiar with medical terminology, first aid and safety.
Assuring safety of patients while taking blood samples
Adept at managing office work relevant to the position
Timely and accurate collection of urine and blood samples
WORK EXPERIENCE
Pediatric Associates at Ridge -McAllen, TX Summer2016
Phlebotomy Intern
Collected blood and urine specimens using venous and micro techniques
Verified specimen collection information in laboratory information system
Communicated with patients and staff to provide information regarding status of orders
Followed established policies and procedures
Performed bleeding time procedures
100+ Venipunctures
Telecris Plasma Resources- McAllen, Tx 2016-2017
Phlebotomist
Collected blood and urine specimens
Disposed of contaminated needles and other materials safely.
Calibrated machines used in collecting plasma from patients.
Documented the transportation of specimens carefully
Ensured patients had plenty to eat and drink after a donation to make sure blood sugar levels did not run low.
Explained procedures to patients before they got underway.
Conducted hemoglobin tests to see if iron levels in the blood were healthy.
Monitored patients' comfort during plasma transfusions and offered assistance to help in any way possible.
Octapharma Plasma- McAllen, Tx 2018-2019
Phlebotomist
Took and recorded donor pulse, blood pressure, and temperature measures
Have appropriate information of patient (new or old patient)
Preformed fingerstick, tested sample and recorded results
Assemble the container for the plasma
Maintain and preform of plasmapheresis machines
Preformed venipuncture of donors
Preformed inspections
Aided and Documented donor reactions
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Edinburg North High School - Edinburg, TX- 2015
High School Diploma
Phlebotomy Training New Start Nursing School - McAllen, TX- 2016
Certified from ASPT (American Society of Phlebotomy Technicians)